Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2009 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 126,645 miles on the clock, averaging 7,308 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for GU59 XLC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 126,645 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,462 |
| Average per year | 7,308 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU59 XLC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About GU59 XLC
What car is GU59 XLC?
GU59 XLC is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2009.
What is the mileage of GU59 XLC?
The last recorded mileage for GU59 XLC was 126,645 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU59 XLC passed its MOT?
GU59 XLC has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2026.
Is GU59 XLC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU59 XLC is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is GU59 XLC?
GU59 XLC is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.